Cosmoprof Asia in Hong Kong draws nearly 40,000.

* HONG KONG: Concluding its 13th edition at the Hong Kong Convention Exhibition Centre, Cosmoprof Asia, held Nov. 12-14 2008, attracted 1,357 exhibiting companies (up from 1,265 in 2007) and 39,467 attendees (a 6.44% increase over 2007). As in years past, the show attracted new and innovative brands in addition to industry leaders such as Alcan, HCP, Intercos, Rexam, Dermalogica, Dibi, Germaine De Capuccini, LPG, Babyliss, Lakme, Takara Belmont, Elcos, Asia Pacific, Bioline, Aska, Giffarine and others.

More than 500 attendees attended educational events during the show.

In addition, a special dinner was hosted at the designer restaurant Pierre by legendary Parisian 3-star Michelin chef Pierre Gagnaire. This provided an outstanding opportunity for Asia-based finished products manufacturers to network with existing and potential suppliers of raw materials, packaging, contract manufacturing and full service. Show organizers report that 64 players took part in this invitation-only networking event.

The next Cosmoprof Asia is scheduled for Nov. 11-13, 2009 at the Hong Kong Convention Exhibition Centre. More info: www.cosmoprof-asia.com